{"id":18304,"date":"2020-10-31T17:09:59","date_gmt":"2020-10-31T21:09:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/staging.lifestylesgiftware.com\/staging.lifestylesgiftware\/?p=18304"},"modified":"2021-02-08T12:56:00","modified_gmt":"2021-02-08T17:56:00","slug":"your-guide-to-planning-a-great-thanksgiving-day-in-2020","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.lifestylesgiftware.com\/staging.lifestylesgiftware\/your-guide-to-planning-a-great-thanksgiving-day-in-2020\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Guide to Planning a Great Thanksgiving Day in 2020"},"content":{"rendered":"

As we continue to adapt to many new ideas of normal this year, Thanksgiving traditions may be changing. As always, please defer to the CDC guidelines for safe gatherings.<\/a>\u00a0 But, we\u2019ve still got a lot to be thankful for and want to help make your Turkey Day as festive and stress-free as possible. From food-prep to clean up and everything in between, we\u2019ve got you covered!<\/span><\/p>\n

Prepping for Your Meal<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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RainCaper Sunflower Face Mask<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

Grocery shopping in the time of COVID presents many risks, as well as many solutions! Getting ingredients for your feast this year means thinking through different avenues of purchasing food. If you\u2019re apprehensive about spending time in a crowded store to pick up your yams, consider alternatives such as grocery delivery or curbside pickup. Many of the bigger chain grocery stores have easy-to-use apps that make planning ahead the way to go.<\/span><\/p>\n

And, if you have to run out to the store for a last minute ingredient, don\u2019t forget to do it in style with an autumnal <\/span>RainCaper Sunflower Mask<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Having a Cooking and Serving Game Plan<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Thanksgiving is our favorite meal to pull out all the stops. So put on your <\/span>apron<\/span><\/a> and let\u2019s get started: biscuits, sauces, casseroles, pies\u2026 just thinking about it gets our mouths watering. Inevitably each component of the meal means more clean up after, so we like to have a plan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

One solution? Baking dishes that double as beautiful serving ware! <\/span>Golden Rabbit\u2019s enamel baking pan<\/span><\/a> looks just as good in the oven as it will on the table. Every dish we don\u2019t need to wash means more time spent enjoying the day. The <\/span>Inspired Generations Lady Potluck<\/span><\/a> is another fantastic option for dressing up a baking dish with no extra work. Your classic 9\u201dx13\u201d pyrex will fit effortlessly into this beautiful polished aluminum dish holder.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Timing is also key. Juggling multiple cooking projects at once means you\u2019ll need to consider keeping dishes warm while others are on the stove. Pampa Bay offers a variety of serving dishes that are also oven safe, such as their beautiful <\/span>tureen<\/span><\/a>. Keep your mashed potatoes at the perfect temperature in the tureen by keeping them warm in the oven as the rest of your meal comes together. When it\u2019s time to eat, the dish can go directly to the table with no added fuss.<\/span><\/p>\n

Setting the Table<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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This year, dining as a group will require a bit more forethought, but that doesn\u2019t mean you need to sacrifice a beautifully set table. <\/span>Badash Crystal\u2019s candle holders<\/span><\/a> will brighten up your night next to a beautiful <\/span>vase<\/span><\/a> of fresh flowers. From <\/span>gravy boats<\/span><\/a> to festive <\/span>napkin boxes<\/span><\/a>, we\u2019ve got what you\u2019ll need.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re having extended family over, you might want to consider separate serving stations to ensure everyone is following proper safety protocol. Instead of one large buffet table, a variety of smaller trays can help split each dish between groups of people who are already isolating together. Julia Knight\u2019s <\/span>Peony Tray<\/span><\/a> is handcrafted to perfection and fantastic for this occasion.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Further reduce the need to pass things around the table by taking advantage of Demdaco\u2019s <\/span>Family Values Lazy Susan<\/span><\/a>. Its uplifting language will only add to the spirit of your gathering. Safely keep everyone\u2019s cup full by providing your guests with <\/span>pitchers<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>decanters<\/span><\/a> filled with your favorite holiday drinks. (And don\u2019t forget an <\/span>ice bucket<\/span><\/a> to make sure your bottles stay perfectly chilled as the meal moves from dinner to dessert!)<\/span><\/p>\n

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Make Cleaning Up a Breeze<\/h2>\n

With all that prep and planning leading up to the holiday, there will eventually come a point when the turkey has been divided into leftovers and you\u2019ve eaten your last bite of pie. The time for cleaning up has arrived, but it doesn\u2019t need to be stressful. Michel Design Works has developed multi-surface wipes<\/a>, and sprays<\/a> that smell so good you\u2019ll look forward to using them. Your guests will also like the Michel Design Works sweet pumpkin handcare caddy<\/a> that comes with soap and lotion so they can keep clean without getting dry hands. Just because the meal is over, doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019ve got to stop taking delight in all of the delicious scents of the holiday.<\/p>\n

Here’s an easy clickable reference to all of the products mentioned that will make your Thanksgiving 2020 special:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\t\t